CHEAP airbrush compressors

[jeffrey-wimberly]

QUOTE: I am happy with my 2 gallon tank Campell Hausfeld that I got at Walmart 3 yrs and has been a work horse.

Sounds like the same type I've got. That things like the Energizer bunny. It just keeps going and going.

[Milwhiawatha]

My first airbrush was a testers i was 13 yrs old now I am 29. te testors died and I lived without one for years. I then picked up a Pneumatic Central double and single action whic was good till I lost te front nizzle assembly. i now own a Badger Anthem double action I havent used it as of yet. BUt I will say the single testers was ok and I hear double is ok but sometimes not as reliable they are also easily broken due to the plastic construction. I suggest buying a badger or paasche. A s for aircompressors I am happy with my 2 gallon tank Campell Hausfeld that I got at Walmart 3 yrs and has been a work horse. I sprayed m whole back drop, tons of models, filled numorous tires up with it and it stil l works like the day I bought it. Not to keen (means not to excited about) on the speciality air comressors.

[jeffrey-wimberly]

QUOTE: Try Target; when I was in my local Target on Friday, I picked up a can of Krylon modeling spray paint, a can of Krylon's version of Dullcote, and a jar of Testor's paint (I needed gloss black).

The nearest Target store to me is in Alexandria, (La.) 60 miles away. Wal-mart is 8 miles. Much cheaper to go there.

[scole100]

Buy a Compressor that you can use I your garage and at the workbench. I have a air tank with a regulator and moisture trap. I just fill it in my garage when empty. Then I can paint in silence with no compressor noise.
I actuall had the tank for several years before I bought the compressor. I just took it to a gas station and filled it there when needed. That was much cheaper than a compressor.

[Leon Silverman]

Jailbreaker:
You were in the right pew, but wrong row. The Wal Marts in my area (Philadelphia vicinity) have their compressor equipment in the automotive tool section, which is usually accross the isle from the paint section.

[orsonroy]

The cheapest compressor out there is a spare tire. Add a regulator valve and a moisture trap and you're good to go.

Walmart sucks. Try Target; when I was in my local Target on Friday, I picked up a can of Krylon modeling spray paint, a can of Krylon's version of Dullcote, and a jar of Testor's paint (I needed gloss black). I noticed that their toy section carried a full line of Testor's stuff, including a few of their airbrushes and at least one small compressor ($55, IIRC). The acrylic craft paint was in the school supplies section.

[jeffrey-wimberly]

QUOTE: Does the above information mean I can purchase an airbrush and run it from my 60 gallon vertical tank compressor as long as I regulate the pressure down to the specs of the airbrush? I have 150' of hose to reach my layout with no problem.

Absolutely. I've used mine on my fathers 35 GAL. tank compressor without a problem. As long as the pressure can be regulated to the level needed by the airbrush, you should have no problem.

[Don Z]

Does the above information mean I can purchase an airbrush and run it from my 60 gallon vertical tank compressor as long as I regulate the pressure down to the specs of the airbrush? I have 150' of hose to reach my layout with no problem.

Thanks!

Don Z.

[bryanbell]

QUOTE: Originally posted by JAILBREAKER74

How come my Wal-mart doesn't have this stuff!? I checked the paint section and couldn't find acrylic paint! Mabye I just need to look harder. Sorry, I can get impatient sometimes. Well, thanks for your help

Go look in the Fabric/Craft section at Wal-mart. They carry a large variety of acrylic paint colors and they are usually way cheaper than places like Micheal's etc.

Bryan

[jeffrey-wimberly]

I use flat latex paint. Works just as well for me.

[Anonymous]

How come my Wal-mart doesn't have this stuff!? I checked the paint section and couldn't find acrylic paint! Mabye I just need to look harder. Sorry, I can get impatient sometimes. Well, thanks for your help

[jeffrey-wimberly]

I also have an Aztek airbrush. They do a very good job, if you have a steady pressure on it. Propellant cans just don't cut it and I don't recommend thier use by or around children. Heck! I don't recommend thier use by some adults! I just checked Walthers online Mall and the cheapest good compressor there costs more than the compressor I bought from Wal-mart. It's a Campbell Hausfeld 125 PSI compressor that requires very little maintenance. I just set the regulator for 30 PSI, hook up my airbrush and paint to my hearts content. It works very well. It cost $99 when I bought it.

[bogp40]

Any of the smaller Craftsman, Husky, Campell Hausfeld, Porter Cable (Emglo, Hitachi and Makita-a bit more costly) would be a good choice.
I have used an air cylinder for years to supply my airbrushing needs because all my other compressors are much too large and a nusiance to drag down the basement for this purpose. A few years ago, my kids gave me a Craftsman 1.5 gal portable for father's day.
This small upright is an incredible tool. I had my eye on the Husky 1.5 @ HD which also is a great buy and works great (we use one at the club's spray booth). I don't care for the Cambell H. and the smaller donut 1 gal for my use. Any of these including the donuts or small sausage units would be fine for your use.
HD often has the Porter Cable sets w/ compressor, brad nailer and small finish nailer for incredible $$ savings when on special. Before buying a compressor, ask yourself if you will also need it for other uses such as nailing/ pinning benchwork etc.
The Craftsman 919-152390 1.5 gal 150 lb costs about $80 and it is very versitle. I decided to use it on a small finish job, where I didn't want to drag the larger twin tank Hitachi up and down the stairs in the brownstone. I was amased as the perfomance of such a small compressor. I figured it would barely run my Senco finish nailer let alone The hitachi framer or roofing gun. This tool has spoiled me, I rarely ever use the other 2 compressors I have now. Other carpenters have now nicknamed it the "R2D2" on the job. It will run a framer or roofer under normal nailing( won't keep up with rapid firing sheathing nailing of coarse) and don't expect it to run any body work equip. 2 cfm @ 90# is good enough for my use.
I have been pleased w/ this unit and in the last 2 years have definately put it to the test.
Use some careful consideration before you make your choice.
Hope this is of help.
Bob K.

[jwar]

If the cheeeeepo air compressor has a duty cycle of 40 % or under ...keep looking for a better one

[pedromorgan]

you can use the cheap diaphram compressors, just get a good long braided hose. the host acts like a tank.
the workshop compressors as smyers said are noisey. but if you can put the compressor in your garage and have the hose running through your house then its ok.

i use a cheap piston compressor with a good badger 5m braided hose and a badger 155 anthem brush.

Peter
Peter

[Anonymous]

I have a hardware store piston-compressor that powers my Iwata really well. It cost $80 and has a small tank, regulator, on-off, and so on. But it's louder than a Norton Manx with out a muffler. I can't use it in the house without deafening everyone. After all, it's made for tradesmen and their nail guns, air hammers ,etc. Just something to be aware of.

[Anonymous]

Go to Lowes or Home Depot and buy a compressor with a tank. It may cost more than a compressor strictly for an airbrush but you will still be using it 10 years from now. I got sucked into buying a "hobby compressor" once and it only lasted about 3 years before the bearings wore out. Plus a compressor with a tank only runs for a minute or two at a time, the air flow is much smoother and in humid climates does not tend to spit condensed water after a few minutes of operation.

[Anonymous]

QUOTE: Originally posted by JAILBREAKER74

How come nobodys replying? I already looked at all the airbrush & compressor threads.

Wow, a whole hour and nine minutes, and no reply yet! Perhaps anyone who has the info hasn't yet checked this post? Patience is a virtue.

Bob Boudreau

[BRAKIE]

Yes..I use both the Testors Air Brush and the compressor...I got mine at Wal-Marts on sale for $45.00...My air brush/compressor does the job its intended to do- spray paint models.I have $60.00 invested in my air brush and compressor.

[Anonymous]

I got my compressor from Home Depot. It is around &60 plus it can be used for other means. I don't bother with those special Testor's and the like.

[edo1039]

I bought one save your money!!!

[Anonymous]

I honestly don't like Testors airbrushes. Airbrushes should be made of metal. Save the plastic for the models.

For a cheap compressor, get a regular air compressor from your local hardware/home improvement store. Those can be had for under $100, and have both tanks and regulators. You'll be able to use it for other things around the house, too.

[Anonymous]

How come nobodys replying? I already looked at all the airbrush & compressor threads.

[Anonymous]

I was looking on the Testors website and I want to get the Aztek - A2203 Set. Does anybody own this and is it a good airbrush? Is there any cheap ($5-$100), reliable, compressors? Please tell me who makes 'em.

Thanks in advance.